The Journal of Space Commerce

The Journal of Space Commerce

AST SpaceMobile Plans to Deploy 45-60 Satellites by 2026

Has Reached Partnership Agreements With 50 Mobile Network Operators

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Tom Patton
Aug 15, 2025
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The satellite company building what it says will be the first space-based cellular network reported strong progress toward commercial service launch during its second quarter earnings update. AST SpaceMobile expects to deploy between 45 and 60 satellites by 2026 to provide continuous coverage across the United States, Europe, Japan and other strategic m…

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